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Two solutions X and Y are tested with universal indicator. Solution X turns orange whereas solution Y turns red. Which of the solutions is a stronger acid?

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Two solutions X and Y are tested with universal indicator. Solution X turns orange whereas solution Y turns red. Which of the solutions is a stronger acid?

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Solution

Solution Y is stronger because in the universal indicator scale, colours closer to red indicate a lower pH (Stronger acidity), while colours like orange and yellow indicate a higher pH (weaker acidity).

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Chapter 2: Acids, Bases and Salts - Exercise 2 [Page 101]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10
Chapter 2 Acids, Bases and Salts
Exercise 2 | Q 14. | Page 101
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